Latest Updates:
Hoffman: Secretary of State Extends Timeline for Illinois Drivers
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – To inform Illinois drivers with the most up-to-date information available from the Secretary of State’s office during the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is reassuring residents about the extension of expiration dates for driver’s licenses, vehicles registrations and other transactions handled by the State.
Slaughter Promotes Emergency Personal Protective Equipment Donation Drive for First Responders Amid COVID-19
CHICAGO – In response to the severe shortage in emergency medical equipment, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is promoting Serve Illinois’ donation drive for personal protective equipment (PPE) for first responders and health care workers during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Hernandez Highlights Senior Shopping Hours, Encourages Use of Face Coverings
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is highlighting senior shopping hours at local grocery stores and encouraging anyone leaving their home to adhere to the recently published recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on wearing cloth face coverings in public.
Mason Shares New COVID-19 Counseling Service
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is encouraging residents to use Call4Calm, the state’s new support line for mental health issues related to the coronavirus outbreak.
Manley Highlights New Call4Calm Mental Health Helpline
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – To encourage residents to prioritize their mental wellness during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting the Illinois Department of Public Health’s (IDPH) new mental health helpline Call4Calm.
Hernandez Highlights Mental Health Resources During COVID-19 Crisis
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is highlighting the various mental health resources available to Illinois residents who may be struggling with emotional or mental distress during the COVID-19 health crisis.
Yednock Highlights Mental Health Resources Amid Pandemic
OTTAWA, IL – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is highlighting mental health resources available and encouraging residents to care for their mental health as the COVID-19 crisis presents new challenges.
Tarver Appointed To State Government Working Groups Focused On Providing Aid to Illinoisans
CHICAGO – In response to the economic downspin caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Curtis J. Tarver II, D-Chicago, has been appointed to state government working groups focused on resolving the economic complications faced by Illinoisans statewide.
Welch Calls on Big Banks to Fairly Distribute Emergency Payroll Loans to Minority-Owned Small Businesses
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is calling on big banks like Chase Bank and
Bank of America to end restrictive implementation of the newly created federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) that aims to offer payroll assistance to small businesses facing hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Welch Invites Residents To Car Parade to Support Workers Helping Reopen Westlake Hospital
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is inviting residents to join a parade of cars that will drive past and beep their horns in support of construction workers who have been working around the clock to reopen Westlake Hospital and bring a vital COVID-19 treatment center to our community.
Mussman Spotlights New Call4Calm Mental Health Helpline
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – In an effort to continue sharing new resources for those experiencing difficulties during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is highlighting the Illinois Department of Human Services’ (IDHS) newly established, free emotional support text line known as Call4Calm.
Walker Promotes Emotional Support Text Line Call4Calm
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – As residents face the mental health challenges brought on by the COVID-19 crisis, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is encouraging residents to talk with a mental health professional through the state’s emotional support text line Call4Calm.
Manley Applauds Department on Aging Action to Expand Senior Meal Assistance
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – To help seniors that are facing food insecurity due to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting the Illinois Department on Aging’s (IDoA) recent move to expand meal assistance for seniors across the state by $7 million.
Jones Urges Residents to Report Price Gouging, Predatory Sellers during COVID-19 Outbreak
CALUMET CITY, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is alerting residents to ways they can report suspected price-gouging, predatory sales and other anti-consumer behavior, which has been on the rise as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Buckner Supports Survivors of Domestic Violence, Boosts State and National Hotlines amid COVID-19
CHICAGO – To support victims and survivors of domestic violence, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is promoting state and national domestic violence hotlines during the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
Hernandez Encourages Small Business Owners to Apply for Disaster Relief Assistance
AURORA, Ill. – As small business owners face hardships from lack of revenue and mandated closures during the COVID-19 crisis, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is encouraging local business owners to explore available state resources.
LaPointe Promotes Child Care Assistance for Essential Workers during COVID-19
CHICAGO – Looking out for essential workers and their families, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is highlighting state and federal child care services during the ongoing COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease) outbreak.
Slaughter Backs Measure to Prevent Price Gouging of Critical Medical Supplies
CHICAGO – In response to the state’s need for medical equipment to treat Coronavirus (COVID 19), state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation that would help to ensure that Illinois’ hospitals have access to the medical equipment they need.